Onigiri Ya Opens on Broadway with Grab-and-Go Japanese Rice Balls

ByJohn Goodman September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

Onigiri (“hand-formed”) rice balls have become a global sensation. How Japan’s humble onigiri took over lunchtimes around the world involves changing eating habits and the exquisite simplicity of the dish made of rice, salt, crisp nori seaweed and a topping. A new grab-and-go restaurant, Onigiri Ya, officially opened for business in Vancouver on Sept. 3. Microwaveable single-serving packages of fresh Japanese rice balls are made every morning. Open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Broadway and Cambie fast food eatery is also preparing to add weekend hours.

John Goodman

John Goodman finds the creative energy of journalism constantly inspiring. He's covered the Vancouver arts scene as a reporter, editor, and designer for many years. As a longtime North Shore resident he's always keen to explore all that Metro Vancouver has to offer.